Philodendron 'Prince of Orange' — Orange Philodendron
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? Bright indirect light. Good lighting is essential for its young leaves to keep their coppery orange color.
Is it a toxic plant? Yes, it is toxic if ingested by pets.
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
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- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
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The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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Philodendron 'Prince of Orange' — Orange Philodendron
🌿 New fiery orange leaves • 🎨 Evolving coppery foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌱 Elegant compact habit • 🐾 Toxic to pets
The Philodendron 'Prince of Orange', also called orange Philodendron, is a spectacular tropical plant known for its new fiery orange leaves that gradually evolve to copper then soft green, creating a unique and fascinating gradient of warm colors. This captivating plant features an elegant compact habit with evolving foliage that changes color over time, bringing a touch of warmth, dynamism, and sophistication to your urban jungle.
Native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, Philodendron is a plant from the Araceae family that naturally grows in humid understories. The 'Prince of Orange' is a spectacular hybrid variety that combines the ease of care of Philodendrons with unique colorful foliage that constantly evolves. Each new leaf emerges bright orange before gradually turning copper then green, creating a living and changing plant display. Perfect for your urban jungle, it creates a warm and bright focal point in a living room, office, or bedroom. Its compact habit and evolving foliage make it a fascinating plant to watch over time.
Which Philodendron variety to choose?
The Philodendron genus offers an incredible diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here’s how the Philodendron 'Prince of Orange' stands out from other varieties in our catalog:
- Prince of Orange (this plant): new fiery orange leaves that evolve to copper then green, compact habit, living plant spectacle. For lovers of warm evolving colors.
- White Princess: spectacular green and white variegated foliage, rare collector’s plant, each leaf unique. For fans of striking variegation.
- Birkin: dark green foliage with fine white stripes, compact habit, very graphic. More structured and symmetrical variegation.
- Green Princess: shiny solid green foliage, compact habit, very easy. Classic version without variegation.
- Congo Red: spectacular red-bronze foliage, large size (80 cm), imposing habit. Colorful XXL version.
- Melanochrysum: dark green almost black velvety leaves with light veins, large size (75 cm). Luxurious velvet version.
- Pedatum: deeply cut leaves, climbing, very large size (130 cm). XXL graphic version.
- Green Wonder: large shiny green leaves, imposing stature (100 cm). Classic XXL version.
- Lime: bright lime green foliage, compact (20 cm). Colorful miniature version.
- Billietiae: elongated leaves with orange petioles, rare and spectacular. Graphic collector’s version.
- Sodiroi: variegated silver foliage, rare and elegant (45 cm). Collector’s silver version.
- Scandens: classic climbing vine, heart-shaped leaves, very easy. Essential climbing version.
- Scandens 'Brasil': variegated green and yellow climbing vine, very decorative. Colorful climbing version.
- Micans: velvety bronze-purple leaves, climbing, unique texture. Velvet climbing version.
- Imperial Green: large shiny emerald green leaves, majestic stature. Imposing green version.
- Imperial Red: spectacular burgundy-red leaves, imposing stature. Imperial red version.
- Diamond Variegata: green and cream variegated foliage, rare and elegant. Collector’s variegated version.
Why choose the Philodendron 'Prince of Orange'? If you’re looking for a plant with spectacular evolving foliage featuring fiery orange new leaves that change color over time, the Prince of Orange is the perfect choice. It’s a living botanical show that brings warmth and energy to your urban jungle.
Exposure & placement
The Philodendron 'Prince of Orange' enjoys bright indirect light to maintain its vibrant orange and copper colors. The more light it receives (without direct sun), the more colorful the new leaves will be.
- Exposure: bright indirect light, avoid direct sun that burns young colorful leaves.
- Ideal: near an east- or north-facing window, bright shelf, bright desk, or living room with filtered light.
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
- Substrate: light, airy, and well-drained, tropical plant soil with perlite and bark.
Verdeia tip: if the new leaves are mostly green without orange hues, it’s a sign the plant lacks light — move it to a brighter spot.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate; let the top 2-3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a very well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: prefers 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near a humidifier.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with a diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shiny glow.
Rotate the plant regularly for even growth and uniform colors on all leaves.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its evolving orange and copper foliage, the Philodendron 'Prince of Orange' adds a touch of warmth and energy to your urban jungle. It creates a bright and cozy focal point.
- Pair with: other Philodendrons (Birkin, White Princess), Calathea, Maranta, or plants with dark green foliage to create an elegant contrast.
- Ideal pot: matte ceramic decorative pot (white, gray, terracotta) or woven basket to highlight the warm tones.
- Atmosphere: perfect on a bright shelf, desk, console, or coffee table to create a warm and colorful accent.
The orange and copper shades create a spectacular contrast with plants that have dark green or silver foliage.
Verdeia tips
- Unique evolving foliage — each new leaf starts orange then changes to copper and green.
- Bright indirect light essential — this is the key to vibrant orange colors.
- Avoid direct sun — it burns the delicate young colored leaves.
- Compact form — perfect for small spaces and shelves.
- Living plant display — watch the colors evolve over the weeks.
- Rotate the plant regularly for even growth.
- Repot every 2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot.
- Moderate growth — patience needed to see the plant develop.
- Toxic to pets — keep out of reach of cats and dogs (calcium oxalate crystals).
- Easy care — perfect for lovers of colorful plants.
Technical features
- Botanical name: Philodendron 'Prince of Orange'
- Common name: Philodendron 'Prince of Orange', orange Philodendron
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: tropical forests of Central and South America (hybrid variety)
- Adult size: up to 60–90 cm indoors (compact form)
- Light: bright indirect light, avoid direct sun
- Watering: moderate, allow to dry between waterings
- Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
- Toxicity for pets: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
- Decorative style: Tropical / Colorful / Urban jungle
- Special feature: new bright orange leaves, evolving copper foliage, elegant compact shape, living plant display
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the orange and copper colors naturally varies depending on the light and the age of the leaves.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.